Method to Directly Generate Photons in Optical Fiber Could Secure Quantum Net
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Researchers have developed a method to directly generate photons in optical fiber, potentially securing quantum networks, with commenters discussing the significance and potential applications of this breakthrough.
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NewsArticle: "Streamlined method to directly generate photons in optical fiber could secure future quantum internet" (2025) https://phys.org/news/2025-10-method-generate-photons-optica...
I know plenty see quantum as a hype cycle for certain groups, but the real benefit I see is that as our understanding of the most basic fundamental parts of reality grows, and our ability to manipulate on that scale emerges, we see large advancements in many fields as a result.